At 7pm to 8pm a vigil will be held at Hove Methodist Church by The Interfaith Contact Group, which has set aside its regular weekly prayer circle, honouring those who have suffered both directly and indirectly from the tragedy that took place in Manchester last night.

And another vigil will be held from 8pm to 9pm, at St Luke’s Prestonville, Old Shoreham Road, Brighton.

A statement from One Voice said: “The Brighton and Hove ‘One Voice Partnership’ reaffirms that communities, council and police stand together in solidarity in our response following the tragic incident in Manchester yesterday. We do not tolerate violence against innocent people, wherever it takes place. Together we speak with one voice against extremist perspectives and terrorist actions in the city and elsewhere.

“The incident following the concert in Manchester Arena yesterday has deeply saddened us all. We send our deepest sympathies to the families of those who have lost lives, those who have been injured, and all affected communities. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families.

“It’s now even more important for all our communities to demonstrate that we will not let any terrorist action divide us and continue our great tradition of unity and respect for all. We stand firm that these acts of violence and hate must not go any further. We must look out and care for each other and ensure that individuals and communities are not singled out in our city.”